1991 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Espace would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 503 kg more than 1991 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1991 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 1991 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Espace | 2010 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Renault | Mercury |
| Model | Espace | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 85 L |
